Animal-Assisted Learning is an essential guide to transforming teaching practices through the integration of animals into educational settings.The book explores how animals can significantly enhance cognitive, emotional and social development, turning education into an engaging, life-affirming experience. Packed with professional wisdom, chapters:Delve into the psychological benefits of animal therapy that support mental health, particularly for children with...

Winner of the 2023 Association for the Study of Food and Society Book Prize for Edited VolumeImage by image and hashtag by hashtag, Instagram has redefined the ways we relate to food. Emily J. H. Contois and Zenia Kish edit contributions that explore the massively popular social media platform as a space for self-identification, influence, transformation, and resistance. Artists and journalists join a wide range of scholars to look at food’s connection to Instagram...

In numerous African nations, the aspirations of young individuals are often frustrated by systemic issues such as ineffective leadership and governance. "Awaiting Dawn" delves into the fictional journey of Meme, a talented student whose hopes for a better future are dashed by tragedy when his father passes away unexpectedly. Facing barriers like biased governmental policies and economic hardships, Meme is compelled to abandon his academic dreams and pursue a trade, like many others in his ...

The first casualty of war is truth . . .Guns of the Dawn is a gripping story of war, set in a fantastical, alternate-historical Europe – with a touch of sorcery. From Arthur C. Clarke Award-winning author, Adrian Tchaikovsky.‘One of the best books I've ever read’ – Peter Newman, author of The VagrantFirst, Denland’s revolutionaries assassinated their king, launching a wave of bloodshed after gene...

Hospice chaplains have traditionally played a unique part in palliative care, providing human compassion and support to help ease life's final chapter. This book thoughtfully tackles the question at the heart of modern hospice chaplaincy: do chaplains have a distinctive role in an increasingly secular society?A comprehensive look at why and how this work needs to be done, each chapter will be a rich resource for hospice chaplains and anyone working within a hospice multi-disciplina...

Living with Parkinson's disease can be a profound journey for both those diagnosed and their loved ones. This book offers a compassionate and practical guide for individuals with Parkinson's, their families, and their caregivers, providing insights and strategies for navigating daily life with greater ease and confidence.Drawing from over seventy years of combined professional experience and contributions from the Colorado Parkinson Foundation, the authors present a wealth of infor...

When young Aerius, a vulnerable young dragon, faces cruel taunts from his peers, he must summon the bravery to stand tall and celebrate his individuality. Guided by the wisdom of his loving father and mother and support of his sister, Astrid, Aerius learns that kindness, compassion, and self-love are the most powerful magic of all.Join Aerius on his heartwarming journey to embrace his unique gifts and never let the flames of bullying extinguish his radiant light.

While recovering from a devastating heartbreak, Braden tries to navigate through the trials and tribulations of teenage life. Unfortunately, things get thrown upside down when strange, unsettling occurrences begin to happen. Her ailments are not typical growing pains but of a provoking supernatural nature. Caught in the throes of who she wants to be versus who she was foretold to be, Braden struggles to fully grasp her true nature of being a Daemon, a supreme being. Indecisive of the uncer...

Gabe and the Lake is a true story about the heritage that can develop between nature and family. The book sparkles with imagination as the reader follows the story through the eyes of a little boy.Gabe is a toddler. His parents introduce him to a beautiful lake in the Pocono Mountains of Pennsylvania--a lake that has nurtured wildlife and has attracted visitors for generations. Gabe is the fourth generation in his family who has thrown stones into the lake, floated sticks, and watc...

The poems and prose illuminate and reflect a myriad of different themes and genres.Many of the poems deal with ideas and situations that we have been exposed to. In varied expression, the book entices the reader to explore a multitude of conflicting emotions.Selections include "The Magical Forest," the story of a young girl who finds herself through fantasy and self-examination, all the while learning to discover her own magic."Light in the Darkness" describes the c...

The complete Series 1 and 2 of the BBC Radio comedy starring Dawn French as Professor Joy KlampSpoiling someone else's fun can be the most satisfying of all the controlling arts, and Professor Joy Klamp - the queen of migraines - has got passive aggression down to a fine art. And now, she's decided to share her knowledge with the world in this revelatory 10-part course in nonjoyment techniques. So join Joy and her Sourpussy Posse and get in touch with your inner sp...